Key aspects of German commercial law which may affect strategic business decisions in the start-up phase and beyond

Protection of the venture's new and future intellectual property under German IP law

WINHELLER Attorneys at Law & Tax Advisors have helped over 8.000 clients with these and other legal issues related to doing business in Germany. Whatever your needs – whether you want advice on where to base your company or the details of German labor law – we can provide legal services that are tailored to your business’s unique needs and goals.

Advantages of Doing Business in GermanyFind out about the advantages of choosing Germany as business location and the characteristics of five important major German cities: Frankfurt, Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and Karlsruhe.

How to successfully enter the German business market, including sections on:

the German visa application process and how to obtain work and residency permits

what key aspects of German law to consider when drafting or reviewing German business contracts, including distribution and employment agreements

special regulations pertaining to banking, finance and insurance brokering

how to protect your trademark from infringement in Germany

managing and pursuing lawsuits and litigation in German courts, including dispute resolution mechanisms

Whatever your German business law issue may be, please feel free to contact us. Our team of experienced attorneys have the local and international experience and perspective you need to make your German venture a success and guard against liabilities and missteps. If you are considering starting a German nonprofit, please see our other page regarding the creation and management of nonprofit organizations in Germany.